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Role: HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic Location: Merthyr, CF48 4DR Hours: 45 hours per week | between 07:00 and16:30    Monday to Friday Salary: between £41,294.53 - £43,393.54 pa DOE  Are you a skilled technician with a passion for vehicle maintenance and a commitment to high standards? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HGV Technician to join our Aftermarket team! This hands-on role involves maintaining and repairing refuse collection vehicles to the highest standards, ensuring safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction every step of the way. Key Responsibilities: Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on chassis and mounted equipment Service vehicles to VOSA standards and prepare them for MOT inspections Complete body and chassis repairs and ensure compliance with Department of Transport specifications Maintain accurate records and enter job details into company systems Liaise professionally with customers and work independently at customer sites Ensure all work is completed efficiently and to company standards Follow health and safety procedures and conduct risk assessments where required Undertake training to enhance technical skills and knowledge Ideal Candidate: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Proven experience in commercial vehicle repair and servicing Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills Understanding of electronics, hydraulics, and wiring diagrams Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and manage time effectively Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including overtime Experience with electric vehicles, IRTEC qualification, or HGV Class 2 licence is a bonus If you’re ready to take your technical skills to the next level, we’d love to hear from you!   We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your growth in the role. At Dennis Eagle we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a disability confident organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. As part of our dedication to creating a supportive environment, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We invite you to engage in an open conversation with us about how we can best support you and ensure that your unique skills and talents are recognised and valued. Your success is integral to our collective growth, and we look forward to working together to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive.   Why You’ll Love Working Here: 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays: this is based on a 5 day working week   (pro rata to 20 days plus Bank Holidays for a 4 day working week) Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit: The company contributes 5% of total salary into our pension scheme, and 5x basic salary Death In Service. Employee Assistance Programme:  Access a 24-hour helpline for support with life's challenges, including stress & anxiety, bereavement, relationship advice, tenancy & housing concerns, counselling, financial wellbeing, legal information, substance issues, family matters, childcare support, medical information, and consumer issues. Health Shield Medical Cash Plan:  All employees receive membership to a company-funded medical cash plan. This scheme allows you to claim cash back for medical expenses, including prescriptions, dental, optical, physiotherapy, specialist consultations, X-rays, and MRI scans. GP Anytime:  Enjoy access to GP services anytime with our online 24/7 appointment service, featuring on-demand appointments, unlimited consultations, no capped appointment tim